Take Note: An Introduction to Music Through Active Listening
Take Note: An Introduction to Music Through Active Listening is an innovative music appreciation text designed to transform students into active and attentive listeners. Authored by Robin Wallace and published by Oxford University Press, this 1st Edition (ISBN-13: 978-0195314335) focuses on a recurring repertory of core musical works to help students master the fundamental elements of music. By exploring diverse styles and genres through a listening-centered lens, the book deepens the reader’s understanding of musical structure and enhances long-term appreciation.
Key Features and Content
- Active Listening Approach: Developed specifically to build foundational skills in recognizing and understanding the basic elements of music.
- Core Repertory: Utilizes a select group of musical works—including piano, winds, brass, jazz, lieder, world, and choral music—to provide a consistent frame of reference for students.
- Historical Survey: Includes a detailed three-chapter overview of Western music history, tracing its evolution from the Medieval period to the present day.
- Contextual Learning: Features specialized “Focus On,” “In History,” and “Across the Arts” boxes, alongside detailed timelines that place musical developments within a broader cultural and historical framework.
- Interactive Exploration: Incorporates activities and features that invite discovery of additional works, providing the tools necessary for a lifetime of musical engagement.
Book Specifications
- Title: Take Note: An Introduction to Music Through Active Listening
- Author: Robin Wallace
- Publisher: Oxford University Press
- Edition: 1st Edition
- Publication Date: February 6, 2014
- ISBN-10: 0195314336
- ISBN-13: 978-0195314335
- Language: English